MCP Terminal Server

What is MCP Terminal Server?

MCP Terminal Server provides terminal access and system tools via a clean web interface. It enables remote command execution, directory listing, and other terminal operations through a simple HTTP server without requiring root access.

How to use MCP Terminal Server?

Install with a single curl command or manually. After installation, use mcp-terminal start (default port 8080, change with --port), stop, status, restart, and uninstall. Access the web interface at http://localhost:8080.

Key features of MCP Terminal Server

• Remote terminal access from a web browser
• Directory listing and file browsing
• Secure local installation (no root required)
• Clean, modern web interface
• Real-time command output updates
• Simple start/stop/status management commands

Use cases of MCP Terminal Server

• Execute shell commands on a remote machine via a browser
• Browse and list files in any directory without SSH
• Run long‑running commands and see output in real time
• Quickly restart a server or check system status from the web interface

FAQ from MCP Terminal Server

What are the prerequisites for installation?

Node.js version 14 or higher, curl, and tar are required.

How do I change the default port?

Use mcp-terminal start --port <number> to start the server on a custom port.

Where does the server store its files and logs?

Files are stored in ~/mcp-terminal and logs in ~/mcp-terminal/mcp.log.

What security measures should I take?

The server runs with the same permissions as the user who started it. It is recommended to run it on a local network or behind a firewall and consider a reverse proxy with authentication for public deployments.

How can I check if the server is running?

Run mcp-terminal status to see the server state, PID, memory usage, and the web interface URL.